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Mrs. Nelson from Southaven, MS is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Essential Classroom Supplies for Student Success!

Help me give my students the basic classroom materials they need for academic success.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Nelson's classroom raised $235

This project is fully funded

My Project

I want to provide basic classroom supplies for my students, ensuring they have the necessary tools to excel in their educational journey. Many of our students come from low-income backgrounds and lack access to essential supplies such as notebooks, pencils, and art materials.

I intend to create an inclusive learning environment that fosters student engagement, creativity, and academic achievement by addressing this fundamental need.

With your support, I can equip my students with the resources they need to reach their full potential and thrive in the classroom.

Access to essential supplies will enable my students to take organized notes, engage in collaborative activities, and effectively communicate their ideas. In addition, providing these supplies shows our students that their education is valued, boosting their self-esteem and motivating them to pursue their academic goals.

Project tagged as

Southaven, MS
Grades 3-5
English Language Learning
Literacy
Classroom Basics
More than half of students from low‑income households

Mrs. Nelson Southaven Intermediate School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Southaven, MS View local requests

More than half of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

100 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Dixon© Wedge Erasers - Box of 144 • Nasco $7.20 7 $50.40

Enday #2 Pencils Bulk - 500 Pack, Pre-Sharpened Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk with Latex-Free Eraser Top, Yellow Pencils for Office and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99

Letter Size Clipboards with Low Profile Clip (Set of 10) - Wood Clipboards Bulk 10 Pack, Heavy Duty Clipboard, Back to School Teacher Classroom Supplies, School Supplies for College Students • Amazon Business $19.50 1 $19.50

Crayola Colors of The World Markers, Skin Tone Markers, Classroom Supplies, Gift for Kids, 24 Count (Styles Vary) • Amazon Business $5.99 3 $17.97

More Than Peach: Multicultural and Rainbow CRAYONS Combo Pack with Postcard (12 count skin tone & 24 count color art supplies) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $6.00 2 $12.00

Paper Clips,Deoot 200 PCS Medium Size Paper Clips Smooth & Durable Assorted Color Coated Paper Clips for Office School and Personal Use • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost			$146.85
Vendor shipping charges			$10.04
Sales tax			$10.28
3rd party payment processing fee			$2.20
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$199.37
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$35.18
Total project goal			$234.55
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$234.55
1 Donor			-$117.28
Donations toward project cost			-$99.69
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$17.59
match offer			-$117.27
Match offer toward project cost			-$99.68
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$17.59
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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This teacher needs your help!

Essential Classroom Supplies for Student Success!

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Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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